Original Word: אֵילִם
Part of Speech: Proper Name Location
Transliteration: Elim
Pronunciation: AY-leem
Phonetic Spelling: (ay-leem')
Definition: Elim
Meaning: Elim

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root אֵל (El), meaning "mighty" or "strong," often used in reference to God or strength.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for Elim, the concept of an oasis or place of rest can be related to Greek terms like ἀνάπαυσις (anapausis, G372) meaning "rest" or "refreshment."

Usage: Elim is a place name in the Hebrew Bible, specifically mentioned as a location where the Israelites camped during their exodus from Egypt. It is noted for its abundance of water and palm trees, providing a place of rest and refreshment for the Israelites after their journey through the desert.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the Exodus narrative, Elim represents a significant stop for the Israelites as they traveled from the Red Sea towards Mount Sinai. The presence of twelve springs and seventy palm trees at Elim (Exodus 15:27) symbolizes divine provision and abundance, contrasting with the harsh conditions of the surrounding wilderness. This oasis would have been a crucial respite for the weary travelers, offering both physical sustenance and a reminder of God's care and provision.

Word Origin
pl. of ayil
Definition
"terebinths," a place in the desert
NASB Translation
Elim (6).

[אֵילִים], always אֵילִם proper name, of a location (= place of terebinths or other great trees, see Di Genesis 14:6 & Exodus 15:27 (12 fountains & 70 palms)) 2nd station of Israel in desert after passing sea Exodus 16:1 (twice in verse); Numbers 33:9,10; אֵי֫לִמָה Exodus 15:27; Numbers 33:9; probably = Wady Gharandel compare Rob^{BR i. 100, 105}.

Elim

Plural of 'ayil; palm-trees; Elim, a place in the Desert -- Elim.

see HEBREW 'ayil

אֵילִ֑מָה אֵילִ֔מָה אֵילִ֖ם אילם אילמה וּ֠בְאֵילִם ובאילם מֵֽאֵילִ֔ם מֵאֵילִ֑ם מאילם ’ê·li·māh ’ê·lim ’êlim ’êlimāh eiLim eiLimah mê’êlim mê·’ê·lim meeiLim ū·ḇə·’ê·lim ūḇə’êlim UveeilimInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts